After years of regulatory hurdles, Elon Musk's revolutionary Starlink satellite internet is poised to transform India's digital landscape through a partnership with telecom giant Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio. This alliance marks a potential turning point for millions of Indians in remote and rural areas who have long struggled with limited connectivity options. As the world's second-largest internet market with over 950 million internet subscribers—but 450 million people still offline—India represents both a massive opportunity and challenge for Starlink's global expansion. But what exactly is Starlink, how does it work, and what will it mean for India's digital future?
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